Explore the beauty and uniqueness of Turkish Angora cats, a breed like no other.
Learn about the characteristics and traits of Turkish Angora cats, including their long, dense fur and beautiful blue eyes.
Discover the charm of Turkish Angora cats' personalities, known for their intelligence, activity, and love for interacting with humans.
Enjoy stunning footage of Turkish Angora cats playing and enjoying their time in this delightful video.
Uncover the history and ancient origins of Turkish Angora cats, as they are considered a historical heritage breed in Turkey.
The Turkish Angora is a breed of domestic cat. Turkish Angoras are one of the ancient, natural breeds of cat, having originated in central Anatolia (Ankara Province in modernday Turkey). The breed has been documented as early as the 17th century. Outside of the United States, the breed is usually referred to as simply the Angora or Ankara cat.
The Angora of the 20th century was used for improvement in the Persian coat, but the type has always been divergent from the Persian – particularly as the increasingly flatfaced show cat Persian has been developed in the last few decades.
A white Turkish Angora with odd eyes (heterochromia), which is common among the breed.
Turkish Angora with green eyes
Turkish Angoras have short, soft coats, and elegant, sinuous bodies. A young Turkish Angora may be mistaken for a snow weasel. Though it is known for a shimmery white coat and posh tail, Turkish Angoras can display a variety of colors. They come in tabby, black, chocolate brown, and smokecolored varieties.
Eyes may be blue, green, amber, yellow, as well as heterochromatic. Ears are pointed, large and wideset. The eyes are almond shaped and the profile forms two straight planes. The plumed tail is often carried upright, perpendicular to the back.
Behavior
Turkish Angoras are playful, intelligent, athletic and involved. They bond with humans, but often select a particular member of a family to be their constant companion, whom they are very protective of. They seek to be "helpful" in any way they can with their humans, and their intelligence can be at times remarkable, showing basic problem solving skills. They are easily trained because of their intelligence and desire to interact with humans.
Turkish Angoras are energetic, and often seek out "high ground" in the home. This perch is then used as a way to observe activity of the home. This can include tops of doors, refrigerators, bookshelves, and other furniture. Some ride on their owners' shoulders. Most get along well in homes with other animals or children, or homes with high activity